J.W. Marriott Jr. stepping down from company after 60 years of leadership
February 15, 2022
After almost six decades in a leadership role with the company, Marriott International executive chairman J.W. Marriott Jr. plans to retire.
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Thompson Austin and tommie Austin officially open in Texas capital’s downtown
February 15, 2022
Hyatt-branded hotels Thompson Austin (guestroom show at left) and tommie Austin (guestroom shown at right) recently opened in the downtown core of Texas’ capital city.
Atlanta CVB welcomes new sales manager, promotes team members
February 14, 2022
Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau (ACVB) has hired a national sales manager and promoted two team members to new roles.
Savannah Convention Center expansion on schedule, on budget, say officials
February 11, 2022
The $276 million expansion of the Savannah Convention Center is on schedule and budget, according to officials.
The Eliza Jane in New Orleans welcomes Michael Klein as GM
February 11, 2022
HRI Lodging has appointed Michael Klein as general manager at The Eliza Jane, a boutique hotel in the Unbound Collection by Hyatt.
Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa completes multi-million-dollar renovation
February 10, 2022
Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa in Naples, Fla., has completed a multi-million-dollar renovation of its 426 guestrooms and 28 suites.
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February 9, 2022
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U.S. hotels reached 52 percent of 2019 gross operating profit levels in 2021
February 9, 2022
Gross operating profit for U.S. hotels reached 52 percent of the comparable 2019 level last year, according to recently released data from STR.
AC Hotel by Marriott makes its Mississippi debut in Ridgeland
February 8, 2022
AC Hotel Jackson Ridgeland began welcoming guests on January 27, marking the Marriott brand’s first location in Mississippi.
Shannon Williams joins Nashville’s Holston House as executive chef
February 3, 2022
Shannon Williams has joined Nashville’s Holston House as executive chef, bringing more than 16 years of experience to the property.
